Helen
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Overview
On the outside, Helen has it all – a loving family and a successful career – but when her suppressed mental illness resurfaces, the world crumbles around her. Crippled by depression, Helen finds solace through her friendship with Mathilda, a kindred spirit struggling with bipolar disorder.
Genres
- Drama
General Information
Release Date: 2009-11-26
Budget: $8000000
Revenue: $34820
Runtime: 120 min
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